CMA Inter/CA Inter - Budget Analyst

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients Salary range: Rs 400000 - Rs 550000 (ie INR 4-5.
5 LPA) Min Experience: 3 years Location: Mumbai JobType: full-time We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Budget Analyst (CMA Inter / CA Inter) to support financial planning, budgeting, and cost management initiatives across the organization.
The ideal candidate will play a critical role in preparing budgets, monitoring financial performance, analyzing variances, and providing actionable insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.
This role requires strong financial acumen, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation, consolidation, and review of annual budgets, forecasts, and rolling financial plans.
Analyze budget vs.
actual performance, identify variances, investigate root causes, and present clear explanations to management.
Support department heads and business leaders in budget planning, cost control, and financial decision-making.
Develop and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate budget scenarios, cost optimization opportunities, and business initiatives.
Track expenses, monitor cost centers, and ensure adherence to approved budgets and financial policies.
Prepare periodic management reports, dashboards, and MIS packs highlighting key financial metrics and trends.
Assist in long-term financial planning, including capital expenditure budgeting and resource allocation.
Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure alignment between budgets, forecasts, and actual financials.
Support internal and external audits by providing budget-related data, explanations, and documentation.
Continuously improve budgeting processes, templates, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Key Skills & Competencies Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Solid understanding of cost accounting, management accounting, and financial controls.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, dashboards); experience with ERP systems is a plus.
Ability to analyze large datasets and translate numbers into meaningful business insights.
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and data integrity.
Excellent communication skills to present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple budgets and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on cost optimization and process improvement.
Qualifications CMA Inter or CA Inter qualified (mandatory).
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
3–6 years of relevant experience in budgeting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or management accounting roles.
Experience working with cross-functional teams in a corporate or project-based environment.